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BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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A friend of mine sent this recipe to me when I got my first apartment, because she knows how much I hate cooking! It's really easy -- even I can make it -- and tastes great. I'm not sure where she found the recipe, but it included the note 'Good source of protein, vitamin A, B group vitamins, calcium.'

Provided by Meredith

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package macaroni
1 egg
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  • In a large pot of salted water, lightly boil the macaroni for about 5 minutes until half-cooked.
  • Whisk the egg and milk together in a large cup. Add butter and cheese to the egg and milk. Stir well.
  • Place the lightly cooked macaroni in the prepared baking dish. Pour the egg and cheese liquid over the macaroni, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and stir well. Press the mixture evenly around the baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered, for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the top is brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 968.1 calories, Carbohydrate 92.6 g, Cholesterol 194.2 mg, Fat 45.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, Sodium 736 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

NEW ORLEANS BAKED MAC 'N' CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



New Orleans Baked Mac 'N' Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

This mac 'n' cheese recipe may be a little different from what you are used to eating. In New Orleans, we make our mac 'n' cheese with spaghetti. Yes, you read that right. We also call it baked spaghetti. Regardless of what you call it, this is a great comforting dish.

Provided by Matt Ciampa

Categories     Sides

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for boiling
1 lb dried spathetti
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne
1 qt half & half
½ cup heavy cream
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese, divided
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente, about 6 minutes. Drain the spaghetti and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until incorporated and smooth. Cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne and whisk to combine.
  • Gradually add the half-and-half, whisking for 30-60 seconds between each addition until starting to thicken before adding more. Whisk in the heavy cream until the sauce is smooth and no lumps remain. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly to prevent scorching on the bottom of the pot.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and whisk in 2 cups (200 g) cheddar, 1 cup (100 g) pepper Jack, and 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella until the cheese is melted. Remove the pot from the heat.
  • Add the spaghetti to a 9 x 13-inch (13 x 22 cm) baking dish and pour the cheese sauce on top. Stir well to coat the noodles with the sauce.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the remaining 2 cups (200 g) cheddar, 1 cup (100 g) pepper Jack, and 1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, then sprinkle evenly over the top of the spaghetti.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1022 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 71 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 7 grams

BAKED MAC AND CHEESE



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Even people who have had their own homemade baked macaroni and cheese recipe for years ask for mine when they taste this crumb-topped version. For the best baked mac and cheese, use extra-sharp white cheddar cheese for more flavor. -Shelby Thompson of Dover, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked elbow macaroni
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4-1/2 cups 2% milk
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente; drain., In a Dutch oven, heat 1/3 cup butter over medium heat; saute onion until tender. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended; gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened. Stir in cheese until melted. Stir in macaroni. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a microwave, melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs. Sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 834mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BAKED MACARONI & CHEESE RECIPE BY TASTY



Baked Macaroni & Cheese Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: Murray's® Mild Yellow Cheddar Cheese, Murray's® Sharp White Cheddar Cheese, large eggs, evaporated milk, kosher salt, sugar, freshly ground black pepper, dried elbow macaroni, unsalted butter, Murray's® Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz Murray's® Mild Yellow Cheddar Cheese
8 oz Murray's® Sharp White Cheddar Cheese
2 large eggs
1 can evaporated milk
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 package dried elbow macaroni
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing the baking dish
4 cups Murray's® Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Cut the Murray's® Mild Yellow Cheddar Cheese and Sharp White Cheddar Cheese into ½" cubes.
  • Add the eggs, evaporated milk, salt, sugar, and pepper to a medium bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the macaroni and cook for 5-8 minutes. Turn the heat off and let the macaroni sit in the hot water for 3 minutes, until tender. Drain the macaroni and return to the pot.
  • Turn the heat to low and add the butter and Murray's® Shredded Cheddar Cheese. Stir until the butter and cheese are completely melted.
  • Pour the macaroni into a 9"x13" baking dish greased with butter and spread evenly. Add the egg and milk mixture and the cubed cheese, and carefully fold into the macaroni until well combined.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the top of the macaroni is golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Unsalted butter, for the dish
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni with ridges
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups milk
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • For the macaroni: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add the salt and macaroni. Bring the water back to a boil and cook the macaroni until tender, about 12 minutes. Drain well.
  • For the cheese sauce: Meanwhile, melt the butter in a 1-quart saucepan. Using a wire whisk, stir in the flour and salt, stirring and cooking over medium heat until the roux bubbles and the flour turns pale brown, about 3 minutes. Slowly whisk in 1 cup of the milk and then whisk in the remaining 1 cup milk. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Add the cheese and stir until it melts. Add the drained macaroni to the cheese sauce and mix thoroughly.
  • For the topping: In a small bowl, stir the breadcrumbs with the butter until the crumbs are moistened.
  • Transfer the macaroni and cheese to the prepared baking dish and top with the buttered breadcrumbs. Bake until the dish bubbles around the edges, about 15 minutes.

BAKED THREE-CHEESE MACARONI



Baked Three-Cheese Macaroni image

This legendary three-cheese mac and cheese is a must-have for big family events. My ultimate comfort food is a divine blend of cheddar, Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses. -Joan Sullivan, Gambrills, MD

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni or fusilli pasta
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups 2% milk, warmed
4 cups shredded Gruyere cheese
2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups panko bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni in a 6-qt. stockpot according to package directions for al dente. Drain; return to pot., In a large saucepan, melt 6 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; whisk in warmed milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until thickened., Remove from heat; stir in Gruyere and cheddar cheeses, salt, pepper and nutmeg. Add to macaroni, tossing to coat., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Toss bread crumbs with Parmesan cheese and melted butter; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until bubbly and top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 24g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 515mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

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